Course Descriptions

Philosophy - PHIL
Course Classification

Courses numbered 1-49 — are baccalaureate level (transfer) courses. Courses thus numbered are transferable to four- year institutions. Agriculture courses are designed to parallel the work taught in similar courses at California Polytechnic State University or at California State University, Fresno but may not carry the same number.

Courses numbered 50-99 — are associate degree level courses. Courses thus numbered are primarily for the student who does not plan to continue his/her education beyond the community college level; however, occupational education courses may transfer according to articulation agreements. Complete information on articulation is available through the Counseling Center.

Courses Numbered 100-201 — are non-transfer and are non-degree applicable; they are skill building or remedial.

Abbreviations for Degree, Non-Degree, and Transfer Courses

The following abbreviations designate degree applicable, transfer, and non-degree applicable courses:
(AA) Associate Degree
(CSU) Transferable to California State University System
(UC) Transferable to University of California System
(NDA) Non-Degree Applicable

  • PHIL-001
  • Introduction to Philosophy
  • Credit(s) 3

Introduction to Philosophy
PHIL 001 introduces philosophical ideas and methods concerning knowledge, reality, and values. Expected topics will include the sources and limits of knowledge, and the nature of reality. Other topics that may be examined from a philosophical perspective include the nature of the self, truth, ethics, religion, science, language, beauty and art, political theory, or mind. The philosophies of both Western and non-Western cultures will also be contrasted and compared.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Advisory(s):
ENG 001A or ESL 001
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
PHIL 100
  • PHIL-002
  • Introduction to Logic
  • Credit(s) 3

Introduction to Logic
PHIL 002 introduces principles and methods of formal logic for analyzing and evaluating arguments. Topics include argument components, argument structure, types of reasoning, rules of inference, categorical syllogisms, and natural deductions using propositional and predicate logic.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Prerequisite(s):
ENG 001A or ESL 001
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
PHIL 110
  • PHIL-003
  • Introduction to Ethics
  • Credit(s) 3

Introduction to Ethics
PHIL 003 introduces students to the field of ethics through discussion of morality and values, classic readings in moral philosophy, and application of representative ethical theories to current moral problems. Where applicable, the contributions of non-Western philosophers will be examined.

Class Hours:
54 Lecture
Advisory(s):
ENG 001A or ESL 001
Transfers to:
UC/CSU
C-ID:
PHIL 120